Sterile Processing Tech III- 2nd Shift

Medical University of South Carolina; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to support procedural areas across our healthcare network. The role involves receiving, cleaning, sterilizing and preparing instruments for use, and ensuring safety and quality across units.

Requirements include CRCST – HSPA or CBSPD certification and a minimum of two years of sterile processing experience. Internal exams and performance standards must be met for advancement to Sterile Processing III.

Qualifications

• CRCST – HSPA or CBSPD certification required.
• Minimum of two (2) years of sterile processing experience.
• Successful completion of the department’s internal written and practical exam and meeting performance standards.

Responsibilities

• Maintain adequate inventory for instrument and equipment assembly.
• Perform decontamination and cleaning of all instrumentation per standards.
• Prepare case carts and trays for decontamination and load into washers/sterilizers as prescribed.
• Operate index washers, cart washers, ultrasonic cleaners and manual cleaning as prescribed.
• Inspect instruments for cleanliness, function and integrity before assembly.
• Select appropriate containers and packaging per instrument size.
• Sterilize instruments and trays following policies and procedures.
• Run tests on sterilizers and document parameter compliance.
• Use chemicals safely with proper PPE and handling.

Skills

Sterile processing

Education

CRCST – HSPA or CBSPD certification

Job description

Job Description Summary

MUSC is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to join our team in providing critical care to procedural areas across our healthcare enterprise. Sterile Processing Technicians ensure procedural equipment consistently meets the highest quality and safety standards, and is ready for use by all areas across the healthcare enterprise. This position receives and processes incoming supplies and equipment including performing cleaning and sterilizing duties, and is an integral part of the daily operation of all units.

Responsibilities

• Maintain adequate inventory for assembly of instruments and equipment
• Perform and participate in the decontamination and cleaning of all instrumentation received, which includes but is not limited to instrumentation and equipment received from all units according to established standards and procedures
• Prepare case carts and trays for decontamination and load them into washer and/or sterilizer as prescribed procedure
• Perform the operation of the index washers, cart washers, ultrasonic cleaners as well as manually cleaning instruments and equipment as prescribed by established standards and procedures
• Inspect all instruments for cleanliness, proper function, and breakage by viewing the instruments before assembly
• Use appropriate container, wrap or pouch according to the size of the instrument or equipment
• Sterilize instruments and surgical trays by following prescribed policies and procedures
• Know how to run tests on all sterilizers, monitor and document that all parameters have been met
• Use chemicals in the appropriate fashion taking into consideration the intended use of chemical as well as chemical’s function: knowledge of appropriate PPE is also necessary
• Participate in expediting the OR schedule by assisting the other members of the OR Team in obtaining the instruments/equipment necessary for the procedure in a timely manner; Assemble and distribute case carts accurately and in a timely manner
• Ability to travel between sites as needed, based on departmental needs

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED, and certification through CRCST – HSPA (Healthcare Sterile Processing Association) or CBSPD (Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution). Minimum of two (2) years of sterile processing experience, preferably in a hospital or surgical setting. Successful completion of the department’s internal written and practical exam, as well as meeting required performance and productivity standards, is required to attain and maintain Sterile Processing III status.

Physical Requirements

• Mobility & Posture
• Standing: Continuous
• Sitting: Continuous
• Walking: Continuous
• Climbing stairs: Infrequent
• Working indoors: Continuous
• Working outdoors (temperature extremes): Infrequent
• Working from elevated areas: Frequent
• Working in confined/cramped spaces: Frequent
• Kneeling: Infrequent
• Bending at the waist: Continuous
• Twisting at the waist: Frequent
• Squatting: Frequent

• Manual Dexterity & Strength
• Pinching operations: Frequent
• Gross motor use (fingers/hands): Continuous
• Firm grasping (fingers/hands): Continuous
• Fine manipulation (fingers/hands): Continuous
• Reaching overhead: Frequent
• Reaching in all directions: Continuous
• Repetitive motion (hands/wrists/elbows/shoulders): Continuous
• Full use of both legs: Continuous
• Balance & coordination (lower extremities): Frequent

• Lifting & Force Requirements
• Lift/carry 50 lbs. unassisted: Infrequent
• Lift/lower 50 lbs. from floor to 36”: Infrequent
• Lift up to 25 lbs. overhead: Infrequent
• Exert up to 50 lbs. of force: Frequent
• Examples
• Transfer 100 lb. non-ambulatory patient = 50 lbs. force
• Push 400 lb. patient in wheelchair on carpet = 20 lbs. force
• Push patient stretcher one-handed = 25 lbs. force

• Vision & Sensory
• Maintain corrected vision 20/40 (one or both eyes): Continuous
• Recognize objects (near/far): Continuous
• Color discrimination: Continuous
• Depth perception: Continuous
• Peripheral vision: Continuous
• Hearing acuity (with correction): Continuous
• Tactile sensory function: Continuous
• Gross motor with fine motor coordination: Continuous
• Olfactory (smell) function: Continuous
• Respirator use qualification: Continuous

• Work Environment & Conditions
• Effective stress management: Continuous
• Rotating shifts: Frequent
• Overtime as required: Frequent
• Latex-safe environment: Continuous

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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